U.S. Library of Congress

U.S. Library of Congress

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Explore historic maps, photos, newspapers, film, manuscripts and more at the Library of Congress, the world's largest library. You can even listen to music at one of the library's regularly scheduled concerts. (101 First St., SE, 202-707-8000, loc.gov)

Explore historic maps, photos, newspapers, film, manuscripts and more at the Library of Congress, the world's largest library. You can even listen to music at one of the library's regularly scheduled concerts. (101 First St., SE, 202-707-8000, loc.gov) (Karen Bleier, AFP/Getty Images)

Explore historic maps, photos, newspapers, film, manuscripts and more at the Library of Congress, the world's largest library. You can even listen to music at one of the library's regularly scheduled concerts. (101 First St., SE, 202-707-8000, loc.gov)